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More EPA Oversight

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A shale revolution, shale boom, achieving energy independence, energy security; these are all terms being used in speeches, on television, the Internet, newspapers and at the water cooler. Why? The game changer is hydraulic fracturing. This practice, while not brand … Read More »

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Throw Me Something, Mister!

Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association

Louisiana’s business climate is litigious, to say the least. Or to be blunt, our state is extremely sue-happy. Louisiana currently ranks 49th in the nation by a recent national study for having a litigious climate to conduct business. How does this … Read More »

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Poor legal climate leads to higher auto insurance rates

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Louisiana has once again earned the dubious distinction of having the most expensive auto insurance rates in the country. A recent USA Today article highlighted the rankings compiled by Insure.com, which put Louisiana in the No. 1 spot for the third … Read More »

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Louisiana’s business climate on the ballot

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Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association

BATON ROUGE – The presidential elections have come and gone. However, another election is still undecided. Read More »

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Vitter: Finally, An End To Legacy Lawsuit Abuse

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U.S. Senator David Vitter (R-La.)

In Louisiana, we understand the challenge to increase offshore oil and gas production often gets the spotlight in the media. But, there has been another struggle for the oil and gas industry, largely behind the scenes, that is also vital for job creation — cleaning up legacy lawsuit abuse in Louisiana. Read More »

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Judicial Elections Important: Don’t let someone else speak for you on Election Day

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Melissa Landry

Elections have consequences, for better or for worse. And while most voters are focusing on the Presidential election this November, there is another political battle brewing that has the potential to dramatically impact the state of Louisiana’s legal climate. Read More »

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Louisiana Can Learn A Lot from Texas About Creating Jobs, Cutting Lawsuits

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Melissa Landry

It is no secret that Texas and Louisiana are very different states. They love barbecue. We love gumbo. They are known for big belt buckles. We’re known for white shrimp boots. And on Sundays, they root for the Cowboys, while we cheer for the Saints. Read More »

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HB 477 Seeks to Stop Double Recovery & Windfall Lawyers’ Fees in Asbestos Cases

After more than 40 years of asbestos litigation, most of the companies responsible for asbestos exposure in the workplace have gone out of business. Many would say that’s a good thing. They might also argue that the massive trust system … Read More »

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What’s the most ridiculous Louisiana lawsuit?

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When someone is truly wronged, a lawsuit can bring needed justice, but when our legal system is abused, we all pay and we all lose. Read More »

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Seesaw laws and missing merry-go-rounds

In a recent article, John Tierney of the New York Times questions a disturbing trend that’s taken over playgrounds across the country. Seesaws are being torn out, jungle gyms lowered and merry-go-rounds closed down—all in the name of creating safer … Read More »

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